Male Condom

Instruction for use

Male Condom                                                                                                         

  • Use latex condoms.                                                                                                       
  • Check the expiry date.
  • Heat and friction can damage condoms.
  • Open the condom package carefully to avoid tearing.
  • Put the condom on the penis before any genital contacts.
  • A drop of lubricant inside the tip of the condom will improve sensation.
  • Pinch the air from the tip of the condom to leave space for the semen/sperm. Air left in the condom tip will cause it to burst.
  • Unroll the condom right down to the base of the erect penis.
  • Avoid Vaseline and Oil based products as they may cause the condom to break.
  • After Cumming, pull out the penis while it is still hard, firmly holding the base of the condom.
  • Remove the condom, being careful not to spill semen/sperm.
  • Throw it in the garbage, not the toilet.
  • Use condom only once.

Reasons to use Condoms

1. Condoms are the only contraceptive that help prevent both pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV) when used properly and consistently.

2. Condoms are one of the most reliable methods of birth control when use properly and consistently.

3. Condoms have none of the medical side-effects of some other birth control methods may have.

4. Condoms are available in various shapes, colours, flavours, textures and sizes - to increase the fun of making love with condoms.

5. Condoms are widely available in pharmacies, supermarkets and convenience stores. You don't need a prescription or have to visit a doctor.

6. Condoms make sex less messy.

7. Condoms are user friendly. With a little practice, they can also add confidence to the enjoyment of sex.

8. Condoms are only needed when you are having sex unlike some other contraceptives which require you to take or have them all of the time.

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